Ronald E

Present Position

System Integration Consultants, Specialization in consulting and expert testimony related to systems, network & management consulting

Consulting Engagement References

Greenberg Glusker

Bingham McCutchen

Ziffren Brittenham

Pasternak & Pasternak

Professional Experience

Specific engagements have included the following:

· Expert witness testimony related to computer forensics for cases involving breach of contract, fraud, sexual harassment. Cited by name in 1999 appellate decision D.A.R. 10407 regarding data spoliation.

· Computer support and expert research for numerous cases involving a court appointed receiver

· Requirements definition, system selection, installation and technical and administrative management support of Novell and Microsoft local area networks (LANs) and installation of tax, audit, accounting, database, word processing, and spreadsheet applications software.

Previous Employment

Deloitte & Touche

Senior Manager, Computer Audit Systems Group, Los Angeles Office 1983 -1989

PriceWaterhouse Coopers

Consultant, Management Advisory Services, Century City Office 1981 - 1983

Hughes Aircraft

Member of the Technical Staff, Radar Systems Group, 1978

Publications

“Smartphone Encryption, what does it mean to you?,” CSO Security and Risk, Nov. 18, 2014

“USB is now UEC (use with extreme caution),” CSO Security and Risk, Oct. 21, 2014

“Alternative keyboard apps: too risky for your smartphone,” CSO Security and Risk, Oct. 3, 2014

“Router Malware Fact or Fiction?,” CSO Security and Risk, Aug. 28, 2014

“6 tips for smartphone privacy and security, “ CSO Security and Risk, Feb. 11, 2014

“Seductive technology: What are its implications for data security,” CSO Security and Risk, Sept. 4, 2013

“Computer Forensics – What Is It Good For?,”Journal of Digital Forensic Practice, June 2008

“Get a Move On,” Legal Management, November/December 1997

“LAW.COM - Case Study,” Forbes ASAP, April 8, 1996

“A Checklist to Make Sure That Your LAN Is Working Properly,” Legal Tech Newsletter, August 1994

“What It Takes for a Company to Implement New Technology,” LAN Times, December 20, 1993

“Give Your Network a Tune-Up,” LAN Times, November 15, 1993

“Spending Automation Dollars Wisely in the 90’s,” LA Computer Magazine, June 1992

“Windows Now Mature Enough to Offer Benefits to Law Firms,” LA Computer Magazine, Feb. 1991

“Automation of an Accounting Firm - A Case History,” The CPA Journal, December 1987

“Accounting Firm Using LANs in Big Way,” PC Week, February 17, 1987

Speaking

Frequent speaker at professional conferences on subjects related the use of personal computers and local area networks in professional firm environment.

Teaching

Wrote and taught several courses including: “Integrated Software for Microcomputers,” “Advanced Integrated Software for Microcomputers,” “Database for Professional and Managers - Paradox 2.0,” and “Using a PC and Information Management Software to Better Manage Yourself” at UCLA Extension for 7 years. Also taught “Troubleshooting Your Novell NetWare” and “Taking Control of Your Novell NetWare for Administrators & Users” for Data-Tech Institute for 2 years.

Education

University of California, Los Angeles, Graduate School of Management, MBA 1978

University of California, Los Angeles, School of Engineering, MS Computer Science 1976

University of California, Santa Barbara, BA Mathematics 1974